The basis of the interior of any house, apartment or office space- floors. Today there are a large number of floor coverings that can be chosen exactly for your room design. Someone dwells on the most famous and relatively inexpensive materials such as linoleum, laminate, carpet or tile. Others give preference to novelties in the world of flooring or more expensive options - marmoleum, self-leveling floors or parquet.

When choosing a floor covering, it is necessary to consider in which room it will be laid. After all different materials carry different characteristics and properties. That is, the floor coverings in the bedroom and the hallway should be different, since the permeability in these rooms is different.

Individual characteristics of flooring in different rooms

Before going to the overview different types floor coverings, first you need to consider what features the floors have in each individual room.

In addition to the main characteristics, it is also worth paying attention to the price categories for each coating and the ease of installation.

Types of floor coverings in the apartment

Today the market is filled with a variety of models and types that will suit every taste and wallet. All of them will differ in characteristics, composition and place of use.

Floorboards

Linoleum is fixed to the floor in 3 different ways:

• simply by means of skirting boards,
• on double-sided tape;
• using special glue.

Advantages linoleum boils down to the following: it has good moisture protection, it is easy to wash it, there are no great difficulties in laying, it does not rot, it has a low cost among all floor coverings, big choice colors, has long term operation for several decades.

Disadvantages consider low ergonomics and often a long preparation process for styling. In order for linoleum to serve for a long time, it is necessary to lay it on an absolutely flat surface. In addition, before fixing, it should lie down unfolded for several days to maximize adherence to the base. Also it is less eco-friendly material than wood. With large temperature drops, it can crumble or crack.

Laminate

Laminate is MDF panels treated with special resins, with layers of paper glued to them, and varnished.

This product appeared on the building materials market not so long ago, but has already won big number buyers. It imitates real wood floors in its colors.

This coating is divided into several classes depending on the degree of strength of the panels. Less durable and wear-resistant classes 21-23.

Such a laminate should be laid in living rooms. Grades 31-33 are stronger and more reliable, they are usually placed in hallways and kitchens.

Laminate pluses many. This material is considered resistant to influences such as pressure, stress, abrasion. It does not leave indentations from heavy furniture. It tolerates high temperatures well and is fire resistant. Laminate flooring does not need to be carefully looked after, unlike parquet flooring. Eco-friendly and hypoallergenic, as it is produced without harmful chemicals. Quite a simple procedure for laying laminate flooring. Suitable for covering underfloor heating systems. Service life over 10 years. Sold at affordable prices.

but there are also disadvantages. Not suitable for rooms with high humidity. It is advisable to treat after installation with a special waterproof solution or wax.

A lot of preparatory work is required before laying. If the laying technology is violated, then the boards may swell or the surface may blister.

If the surface is not properly leveled, the laminate will start to squeak.

PVC floors

These coverings are in the form of soft elastic embossed materials. They include several layers. They have a long service life - about 30 years. Withstand heavy loads and burn poorly.

In addition, to advantages of PVC floors can be attributed to the fact that their strength is higher than that of linoleum or laminate. Their transportation is easy. They have good soundproofing and moisture-proof properties. A wide variety of colors and textures.

disadvantages are that laying skills and a well-prepared surface are required. The seams can dry out over time. This is not a cheap material, and in small towns it is not always on sale. If stored improperly, the tiles can bend, which will cause difficulties during installation, therefore it is necessary to carefully check all packages before purchasing.

Cork flooring

This is a completely environmentally friendly material, as it is made from bark of balsa tree in the form of compressed chips or veneer sheets. They are produced in the form of slabs or rolls. The coating is laid on MDF panels and fixed with glue.

This type of flooring many advantages... Cork floors have very good thermal and acoustic insulation properties. Resistant to deformation, so heavy furniture is not terrible for this type of coating. The coating does not slip, has a positive effect on the human musculoskeletal system due to its shock-absorbing qualities. Affects only caustic alkalis, which are not used at home. Does not attract rodents and insects.

Disadvantage first of all, a high price is considered. Heels, pet claws, sharp furniture legs can damage the surface.

Due to the low thermal conductivity, it is impractical to install a floor heating system under this covering. Not suitable for rooms with high humidity, as the MDF base can swell.

Parquet board and parquet

Classic flooring. Parquet is a valuable type of wood glued on wooden base, looks like small plaques.

Laying takes place in a mosaic way on the base, which is prepared in advance. Fix with glue or mastic.

TO advantages certainly include environmental friendliness and durability of the material. At the right technology laying parquet will serve for more than one decade.

Disadvantages are high cost and small selection, limited to species natural wood.

Carpet

One of the most popular types of flooring materials is carpet. They can contain both natural ingredients and artificial ones. The latter are more common. Carpets can be purchased at affordable prices. Huge selection of colors. There is no difficulty in leaving. Also, rodents and moths show no interest in them. Just like linoleum, carpet is produced in the form of rolls and tiles.

To their advantages include good noise insulation, which is provided by an elastic and soft pile. The carpet is abrasion resistant.

Wherein disadvantage is that carpets may fade on sunbeams... In high humidity, mold can form. Due to the accumulation of dust in the pile, frequent vacuuming is necessary.

Ceramic tile

Ceramic tiles have long been used by mankind as a floor covering.

Most often it is placed in rooms with high traffic and humidity. Today there are a huge number of ceramic tiles of different appearance. The differences are in size, appearance, strength, water absorption, degree of slip, etc.

Most often, it is put in bathrooms and in the kitchen due to its certain characteristics. But recently, it has often begun to be laid in bedrooms and living rooms in view of its good thermal conductivity, installing a floor heating system under it.

The advantages of ceramic tiles are in its durability, moisture resistance, environmental friendliness, strength and ease of use.

TO disadvantages include difficult installation and dismantling, the presence of seams. If a floor heating system is not installed, then walking barefoot on such a floor will be cold.

Marmoleum

New in the flooring market.

This coating contains only natural ingredients: linseed oil, ground lime, wood flour and resins.

Available in rolls, panels or tiles.

Marmoleum has a large range advantages... The most important of them is an environmentally friendly product.

It is laid without any particular difficulties, while there are no special requirements for leveling the base, for example, for laminate or linoleum.

Service life from 20 to 30 years. Resistant to fire, does not absorb moisture. To clean the coating, it is enough wet cleaning with a rag.

Main flaw- brittleness of the material when cutting. Therefore, the trimmed parts are hidden under the skirting boards. In this case, the material is solid, and this property increases over time, so it is given high level injury hazard.

Polymer floors

This coating is also called self-leveling or liquid floors. According to the components in the composition, they are divided into several types: cement-acrylic (the most environmentally friendly), epoxy, methyl methacrylate (the most expensive) and polyurethane.

This new type of coating is gaining in popularity. They are used not only in residential premises, but also in enterprises, trading floors, in sports facilities.

In apartments, self-leveling floors can most often be found in the bathroom. They have an unusual design of 3D images on the floor.

Large row advantages helps to make more and more choice in favor of self-leveling floors. First of all, it is their appearance, beautiful and unusual. They are durable, moisture, fire and corrosive chemicals... They are easy to clean and clean.

but, the pleasure of having a self-leveling floor is quite expensive. The preparation of the base and the installation process itself requires professional skills. And liquid floors are made entirely of artificial materials.

Conclusion

Everyone who wants to replace the floor covering at home will find among all this variety of types exactly the option that suits him best. When choosing, it is worth remembering such characteristics as strength, heat and sound insulation, fire and wear resistance, chemical inertness, hypoallergenicity.

If you take the issue seriously and carefully study the flooring market, you can get a result that exceeds expectations.

The choice of flooring is one of the most pressing issues for those who have started repairs in the house. What kind of floor should be used to create coziness in the room and at the same time make the interior stylish and attractive? And so that in 2-3 years you do not have to change it again or restore the worn out surface. Equally important and price factor, because any repair involves high costs, which means that you need to use every opportunity to slightly reduce these costs.

Let's take a look at how to choose a floor covering from the many options on the market.

Floor coverings are available in a very wide range, for every taste and budget. Some of them are more in demand, others are less, there are completely exotic options for connoisseurs of unusual interiors. Depending on the materials of manufacture, floor coverings are usually divided into two types - artificial and natural. The first group includes linoleum, laminate, carpet and similar products, the second - wood, cork, ceramic tile, stone. To choose the best coverage option for your home, you should familiarize yourself with the characteristics of each material, compare their pros and cons.

Laminate

Laminate flooring is one of the best-selling flooring. It is a multi-layer panel based on dense wood-based panels superior in strength and wear resistance natural wood... Thanks to the decorative layer on the front surface, the laminate can imitate boardwalk, parquet, tiles from natural stone or ceramics. The coating is distinguished by a rich palette of colors and shades, a wide selection of patterns.

All laminate flooring is divided into two types. The first is a household type, not intended for high loads, and used in residential buildings... Its service life usually does not exceed 6 years, and it is suitable only for dry rooms.

The second type is commercial, with improved characteristics. Such coatings are highly resistant to wear, moisture, temperature extremes, and their service life is many times longer - up to 20 years, depending on the class. Commercial laminate flooring is widely used in both public and domestic environments.

Prices for Tarkett laminate

laminate Tarkett

Pros of coverage:

• relatively low price;
• a large selection of models;
• good thermal insulation properties;
• light weight;
• ease of care;
• installation does not require special skills.

• for laying, the most even base is required (differences in height should not exceed 3 mm);
• low sound insulation.

Laying features: the panels are connected to each other using a special lock - a special shape of the spike and groove along the perimeter of each strip. There are two types of lock - click and lock. The first type is considered simpler and more convenient and allows the presence of small irregularities on the rough base. The lock allows the panels to be laid only on a perfectly flat base; moreover, the installation process itself requires more skill and physical effort.

Between the laminate and the subfloor, lay waterproofing film and a soundproofing backing made of foamed PVC or cork.

Castle quartz laminate RefloorFargo

It is worth paying special attention to this floor covering, it is not at all accidental that it is separated from the usual laminate. Due to its structure RefloorFargo - 100% waterproof laminate suitable for installation in any heated premises, including public ones.

Absolutely waterproof quartz laminate - the best solution for rooms with high humidity

Quartz laminate strips are four-layer.

1. The bottom layer (stone polymer composite) ensures the physical stability of the coating - the strength of the stone during its entire service life. The content of crushed stone filler is 66%.
2. The next layer is decorative. In the collection RefloorFargo 32 noble shades of natural stone and precious woods. Textures fit perfectly into any modern interiors... Synchro-embossing adds naturalism - the pattern on the photo printing is combined with the relief of the surface of the quartz laminate.
3. The upper layers are protective. PVC and PU varnishes provide high resistance of the floor covering not only to UV light, but also to mechanical damage.

Quartz laminate is a long-lasting coating, the shades of which do not lose their saturation even in sunny rooms.

The decorative micro-bevel on the quartz laminate strips adds a touch of natural wood flooring. The room in which the laminate is laid Fargo seems to be more spacious.

Installation of laminate flooring is very simple and even in large rooms it can be done without special efforts... Fourth generation lock connection ClickSystem guarantees a tight and even connection of the elements.

On a note! Thresholdless laying of quartz coating is possible in rooms up to two hundred square meters.

Key benefits of interlocking quartz laminate

Dignity	Description
	Quartz laminate can be used in a wide temperature range (-15 ° C ... + 65 ° C). It does not deform when heated. The geometry of the dies remains unchanged, there is no risk of divergence of the locks and the appearance of cracks.
	Wear resistance class - 33/42. On the surface of the laminate there are no traces of heels, office chairs, claws of pets. Refloor Fargo - perfect coverage both for home and for premises with high traffic.
	Impact noise absorption up to 20 decibels. Plain laminate does not possess such properties.
	For both people and electrical appliances. The flooring does not accumulate static electricity, is not slippery, and is environmentally friendly. The safety is confirmed by a hygienic certificate.
	The unique property of quartz laminate is the “anti-break effect”. Having dropped a fragile object, you do not have to worry, it will most likely remain unharmed.

Choosing a stylish flooring with high performance, you can safely opt for a quartz laminate. Refloor Fargo is an improved new generation laminate that combines the aesthetics of natural wood, the strength of stone and an affordable cost.

Advanced luxury flooring - the choice for those who value comfort and strive for excellence

Linoleum

Among budget coatings, linoleum is considered the most popular. There are many of its varieties on the market, differing in the material of manufacture and operational characteristics, but PVC linoleum on a foamed and felt basis is most in demand. The coating is highly decorative: manufacturers offer linoleum of all kinds of colors with patterns, ornaments, imitation of artificial and natural materials.

There are three types of linoleum, depending on the strength characteristics. The household type is designed for installation in rooms with low traffic and can be used for up to 5 years. Semi-commercial is more resistant to wear and tear, so it can be used in any premises household use and public buildings. Its service life reaches 20 years.

The commercial type is the most durable and suitable for industrial premises with intensive floor loads. The service life of such a coating reaches 25 years.

Prices for Tarkett linoleum

linoleum Tarkett

• affordable cost;
• ease of installation;
• wide choose drawings and colors;
• ease of care;
• good heat and sound insulating properties.

• the material becomes brittle in the cold, therefore it is not suitable for unheated rooms;
• in case of mechanical damage, it is not always possible to eliminate defects imperceptibly;
• linoleum of low quality for a long time after installation emits a sharp unpleasant odor.

Styling features: linoleum is laid in butt strips. To avoid displacement of the canvas and the formation of air bubbles, it is recommended to glue the coating to the subfloor.

In small rooms, for these purposes, you can use double-sided tape, in spacious rooms use a special mastic or glue - a bustilate for a felt base, acrylate for a synthetic one.

The sub-floor for linoleum should be smooth and even, since the coating has a small thickness and all the irregularities show through well on the surface. During operation, abrasions and tears appear very quickly in these places.

Carpet

Carpeting combines the characteristics of linoleum and carpeting. It can be laid on a finished floor (laminate, tiles, parquet) and on concrete screed... Carpets are produced on a single-layer and two-layer basis, most often made of wool, polyamide or propylene. A natural wool covering is the most expensive, but wears out too quickly, unlike synthetic options. The basis is jute fabric, rubber, artificial fibers.

• the coating is warm and pleasant to the touch;
• muffles sounds well;
• easy to fit;
• wide range of colors;
• can be laid on any base.

• high price;
• tendency to dirt and dust accumulation;
• not suitable for allergy sufferers;
• cannot be installed in rooms with high humidity.

Laying features: like other roll coverings, the carpet is laid with a continuous canvas over the entire area of ​​the room. The coating strips are laid end-to-end. To avoid displacement, along the perimeter of the room, the carpet is fixed with baseboards.

Natural wood floors have always been highly valued, and therefore solid wood flooring is still in high demand today. Manufacturers offer a wide range of materials from oak, walnut, ash, larch, wenge and other species with attractive texture patterns. A standard solid wood board has a thickness of 15-22 mm, a width of 125 to 190 mm and a length of 0.6 to 6 meters. The most popular option is boards with a length of 1.5-1.8 m.

• environmental friendliness;
• attractive appearance;
• low thermal conductivity;
• durability;
• the possibility of restoration or replacement of individual elements.

• high price;
• sensitivity to changes in temperature and humidity in the room;
• tendency to rot and damage by insects;
• drying out of wood and the appearance of cracks in the floor;
• the need for protective treatment after installation and periodically during operation.

Laying features: modern solid board is produced with a thorn-groove locking system or a click-joint, therefore, it is laid like a laminate. The coating itself is mounted in two ways - along the logs and along the wooden flooring, where a layer of plywood acts as a base. The installation process requires at least basic construction skills and the ability to handle tools.

Video - Laying solid boards

Parquet

Natural parquet looks very solid and gives the interior a noble and at the same time cozy look. Parquet is made from wood of classic and exotic breeds- oak, ash, walnut, cherry, wenge, bamboo, merbau and others.

Standard parquet planks have a thickness of 14-22 mm, a width of 30-90 mm, a length of 15 cm to half a meter. The smaller the elements, the more difficult it is to lay the covering.

There are several ways of laying, the most popular of which are deck, braid, herringbone, Dutch.

• environmental friendliness;
• external attractiveness;
• durability;
• low thermal conductivity;
• good sound insulation;
• the possibility of restoration and replacement of individual strips.

• high material cost;
• the complexity of styling;
• the tendency of the coating to dry out and deform;
• susceptibility to decay;
• the need for competent and regular care.

Styling features: for high-quality installation a perfectly flat base is required, so it is recommended to level the subfloor with a leveling compound or make a flooring of plywood. Each strip is glued to the base according to the chosen layout method. It is quite difficult to cope with this without special skills, so it is better to entrust this work to a professional. After the glue dries, the coating is sanded and processed protective compounds- oil, waterproof impregnation, varnish, natural wax.

Parquet board

In appearance, the parquet board hardly differs from the block parquet, and in terms of operational characteristics, it surpasses it in many respects. Its multi-layer structure provides high resistance to mechanical stress, and the protective layer retains the attractive appearance of the coating for longer. The front layer can consist of one or several dies, on the basis of which four types of parquet boards are distinguished - single-lane, two-lane, three-lane and multi-lane.

• aesthetic appearance;
• low thermal conductivity;
• unlike parquet, this material is less demanding on humidity and temperature conditions;
• long service life;
• good sound absorption;
• relative ease of installation;
• the material does not need additional processing after laying;
• undemanding care.

• quite high price;
• poor resistance to scratches and impacts;
• the difficulty of restoration in case of damage.

Features of laying: there are two ways of installing such a coating - adhesive and floating. The first method is more laborious and is almost never used now. With the floating method, the boards are connected using the “thorn-groove” system, and for greater tightness of the coating, the joints are glued. Between the subfloor and the parquet board, a layer of waterproofing film and a substrate of thermal insulation material.

Video - Laying parquet boards

Cork floors are still gaining in popularity, although in some ways they surpass traditional wood floors in many ways. They are made by heat treatment and pressing of crushed cork oak bark. The cork floor is available in the form of slabs and panels of various thicknesses.

Depending on the structure, the coating is divided into two types - locking and adhesive. The first is a sandwich panel with a fiberboard core. The thickness of such panels is on average 10 mm, width - up to 30 cm, length 90-100 cm. Most modifications of the lock type have a protective coating of vinyl film, acrylic or varnish. More budget options need to be handled protective equipment independently, after laying the floor. The glue type is most often produced in slabs with a thickness of 4-6 mm and dimensions of 60x30 and 30x30 cm.

• light weight;
• environmental friendliness;
• antistatic properties;
• high heat capacity;
• moisture resistance;
• the floor looks very presentable;
• flame retardant material;
• the coating is pleasant to the touch.

• high price;
• the need for special care.

Installation features: the locking cover is laid on a substrate and connected like a laminate, using the “thorn-groove” system. The substrate must be dry and level, with maximum drops in height up to 3 mm. For adhesive coating the subfloor must be perfectly level. Plates are laid from the center of the room, while the glue is applied not only to the back of the tile, but also to the base.

Ceramic tiles and stone

Artificial and natural stone, tiles, porcelain stoneware are among the strongest and most durable floor materials. A well-chosen color and texture can completely change the interior, make it more solid or give it an original look. The range of such coatings includes tiles of all sizes, colors and textures, including those with imitation of natural materials.

• wide price range;
• resistance to moisture, abrasion and temperature extremes;
• attractive appearance;
• ease of care;
• long service life.

• styling requires a certain skill;
• fragility;
• the material is cold to the touch;
• the complexity of restoration and replacement of damaged elements.

Installation features: the tiles are attached to the substrate with glue, which is applied with a notched trowel. In the process of work, it is necessary to strictly observe the width of the seams, using special plastic crosses. Laying is carried out in several ways: direct, wandering, checkerboard and others. Veneering is time-consuming and requires patience and care.

In addition to traditional options, many are interested in floor coverings that are unusual for the floor, which give the room a memorable and spectacular look.

Type of material	Description
	The base of the tile is porcelain stoneware with a thickness of 9 mm, a layer of metal with a thickness of 1 mm is applied on top. For floor tiles, the most commonly used stainless steel... The surface can be smooth or embossed in a modern or retro style. There are options for bronze, copper, gold, artificially aged - with a patina. Such a coating is ideal for interiors in the loft style, minimalism, high-tech, and can be used in the living room, kitchen or hallway. In the bathroom, use only tiles made of special alloy that are resistant to corrosion.
	A very effective coating that has a number of advantages: the material is not subject to decay, is resistant to wear, has long term exploitation. Is not ordinary glass, but shock-resistant, so there is no need to be afraid that the coating will break easily. The tile is available in a wide colors, can be monochromatic and patterned, transparent, matte, with a grooved surface, which allows you to create completely exclusive coatings
	Multi-layer coating with colored gel inside. When pressed, the tiles change color and pattern, which looks very unusual and attractive. This coating is perfect for a child's room. The material is environmentally friendly, wear-resistant, resistant to mechanical stress. The risk of accidental damage is minimal, the service life is up to 25 years
	One of the most elite types of coverage. Available in porcelain stoneware, HDF or cork tiles. The top layer is made of genuine leather, processed using a special technology. The material is not intended for rooms with high traffic and requires proper care

Choosing a cover

So, having studied the characteristics various coatings for the floor, proceed directly to the selection. Here you need to take into account the cost of the material, appearance, compliance with operating conditions and the complexity of installation, if you plan to install the installation yourself.

Step 1. Determine the budget for laying the floor. First of all, you should evaluate your material capabilities so that during the repair process you do not have to save on other materials or limit yourself to something else. Most practical options- semi-commercial linoleum and laminate of 31-32 class. These are not the cheapest coatings, but they have excellent characteristics and long service life. Plus, they can be matched to any room in the house.

Step 2. We choose the material according to the installation method. Two criteria are important here - the complexity of the installation and the duration of the workflow. If you have no building experience, it is best to choose roll coverings (linoleum, carpet), laminate, parquet or cork. They are also suitable if you need to make repairs as soon as possible. Solid wood floors will take more time and skill, the same goes for parquet and ceramic tiles.

Step 3. Choosing a design. The color and pattern of the floor should be in harmony with the overall decoration of the room. For classic interiors, restrained tones with a discreet texture are suitable; for rooms in a modern style, you can take a coating with a pronounced pattern and contrasting shades. In any interior, a coating with imitation of parquet or plank floor looks beneficial, great option- beveled laminate.

Step 4. Having roughly decided on the main criteria, we select the coverage option separately for each room. In the bedroom, environmentally friendly material is most appropriate - solid wood board, cork or parquet. But it is better not to lay carpet or linoleum in the bedroom: the first collects a lot of dust, the second can emit an unpleasant smell.

Parquet in the bedroom - photo

Step 5. Choosing a floor for the living room. Most of the coatings described above will work here. To give comfort, you can lay a carpet, parquet and laminate will make the interior more solid, the most budget option is linoleum with a wood pattern or beautiful ornaments.

Step 6. We pass to the nursery. This requires an environmentally friendly material with high wear resistance. The ideal option is cork floors, parquet board or laminate of 31-32 class is also well suited.

Step 7. Now we will select a covering for the kitchen and corridor. In these rooms, the floor is exposed to increased loads, pollution, moisture, so that the coating should be as resistant to wear as possible, moisture resistant and easy to clean. In our to a greater extent these requirements are met by tiles and porcelain stoneware; linoleum on a foam base of 33 or 34 class is also suitable.

Step 8. Tiles are traditionally used in the toilet and bathroom. She is not afraid of high humidity, temperature changes, frequent cleaning using chemicals... In addition, a large assortment allows you to choose a finish for every taste, even the most extraordinary.

Video - How to choose a floor covering

Comfortable and beautiful house- everyone's dream. But the choice of materials is not an easy task, as there are many factors to consider. For a start, it would be nice to have general idea about all available materials - about their advantages and disadvantages. Let's discuss the types of flooring: what they exist, how and how they differ, where it is best to use them.

In recent decades, technology has evolved very rapidly. New materials are constantly appearing, and old ones acquire new properties and qualities. Today there are about a dozen types of flooring. It's not a fact that new ones won't appear in a couple of months. In the meantime, here are the types of coatings available:

Choosing a floor covering for a house or apartment is not an easy task.

• Engineering board.
• Cork coating (adhesive and lock).
• Linoleum.
• Vinyl tiles (there are also names of PVC tiles, flexible parquet, Art-vinyl).
• Ceramic tile.
• Porcelain stoneware.

Some types of flooring have been known for a very long time. For example, a plank floor or parquet. Others appeared just a few years ago - carpet and vinyl tiles. All of them have their own advantages and disadvantages, and each must be considered separately.

How to choose a floor covering

The choice of flooring must be carried out according to the basic requirements that you have for the coating. First of all, it is worth deciding on the amount that you are ready to allocate. When viewing options, consider not only the cost per square meter, but also the cost of materials for styling, delivery costs. Some types of flooring - linoleum and carpet, have a very low price per square meter. Their installation is also simple. But the amount of waste can be large, and delivery is expensive. Especially if you need a 4 meter wide cover. These are already special rates.

Having decided on the price range, choosing what types of flooring you can use, review the information on installation and requirements for the base. If your floor is far from ideal, it will need to be leveled, and this can result in a considerable amount. Most modern flooring is not overly difficult to install. The exception is parquet, but you can also lay it yourself. But it will take a lot of time. If self-styling is not an option, specialist services are added to the costs. And their prices are associated not so much with the complexity of installation as with the cost of the coating. Generally, the higher the price of the flooring, the higher the asking price for installation.

Also, the selected types must be compared in terms of complexity / ease of care, durability, compatibility with, if you have one. So choosing a flooring is not so easy.

The cheapest and most practical: linoleum, PVC tiles

If we talk about the most inexpensive type of flooring, then it is either linoleum or PVC tiles. If you look at prices per square meter, then linoleum comes out cheaper. But it is not so. In fact, the costs are equal for the following reasons:

• The PVC tile is easy to ship. Packs of tiles can be loaded into a car, and a truck is needed to deliver the linoleum.
• There are usually much more trimmings when laying linoleum. Unless you find the width of the linoleum exactly the width of the floor. PVC tiles have a minimum of scraps, as they are made up of small fragments.

These types of coatings are often viewed negatively. Highlights are a fake finish that looks “cheap” and loses its appearance quickly. About unnaturalness. First, there is natural linoleum - marmoleum. It is made on a natural jute base from natural rubber resins, using natural dyes. Secondly, polyvinyl chloride - the same PVC that surrounds us every day. Products are packed into it. So, despite being unnatural, it is safe.

If we talk about the "cheap" appearance, then there are very decent-looking coatings, which cannot be distinguished from the now fashionable laminate. And linoleum looked "cheap" twenty or thirty years ago. When a strange-looking film with a wild pattern was applied to an incomprehensible base. Today linoleum is a completely different coating. Both externally and technologically.

This or something like this looks like modern linoleum. By the way, its service life is 10 years.

Many people say that linoleum wears out quickly, goes in waves. This can be the case if linoleum is laid in violation of technology. An even base is also required under it. It can be not perfectly flat, but without pits, "steps" and humps. Then there will be no problems with scuffs. And it, too, must be properly glued to normal glue (good PVA, at least). And you need to leave gaps around the perimeter of the room. In general, it is necessary to follow the technology, then there will be no wrinkle waves.

Average price range

Not everyone likes linoleum or vinyl tiles, although they are, perhaps, the most budgetary coatings, and they are convenient and durable in use. I don’t want completely frank synthetics under my feet, but there is no intention to spend money on parquet or even more expensive cork. In this case, you can consider types of flooring from the middle price range. They, of course, can hardly be called natural, but not entirely synthetic.

Consider the mid-priced options

Laminate

If we talk about popular types of flooring, then today it is a laminate. At a price it is more expensive than linoleum, but cheaper than parquet or engineered boards. In appearance it is very similar to them, but structurally a completely different material.

Why is the laminate in the middle price range? After all, there are inexpensive rulers ... Because in order for it to serve for a long time, it is worth taking a high-class board (32 or 33), and even on a waterproof base. And these types are comparable in price to parquet and engineered boards.

Advantages and disadvantages of laminate

The basis of the laminate is high-pressure pressed cellulose - HDF. Everyone probably knows such material as MDF. So, HDF is made in the same way, but pressed under a higher pressure. A stabilizing layer is glued under the HDF base, often with moisture resistant properties. On the other hand, a pattern is pasted that imitates a natural coating. And a transparent is applied to the drawing polymer film... Sometimes it is even, but it can also be with an imitation of the texture of wood or stone.

There are so many very different And it's not only about the appearance. There are they of different abrasion resistance, width, length, thickness. There are plenty to choose from. This is a great material if you are looking for inexpensive types of flooring. Also, its advantages include:

• Simplicity. Anyone with hands "from where it is necessary" will cope.
• Laying speed. Even a beginner can put one room in a day.
• Maintainability. If the coating was not glued, everything can be disassembled and reassembled.

Laminate - a good choice if you are interested in medium-priced types of flooring

Not everything is so rosy. The disadvantages of laminate flooring are as follows. He does not tolerate high humidity and if it gets wet, its original appearance is not restored. The second drawback is that the coverage is noisy. Noisy in the room itself, footsteps are heard. Sounds are transmitted to neighbors below, if we are talking about a multi-storey building. So that the problem is not so acute, substrates are used. And better cork or expanded polystyrene foam, but then the coating does not fit into the budget. But then the laminate does not creak, the house is quiet, and even the floor is warmer.

Parquet and engineering board

Whatever one may say, we are used to the fact that there should be wood on the floor. And more budget types of flooring, basically, imitate it with more or less authenticity. And if you want a more natural finish, but the parquet does not inspire due to the difficult maintenance? There is an intermediate option - the same parquet and engineering board. They are made in different ways, but after installation they are very similar to natural parquet. Only cheaper, easier to install and devoid of most of its disadvantages.

Engineering board consists of moisture-resistant plywood and a layer of wood glued to it. Plywood is more stable in size, it will not lead, it does not dry out, it is less prone to warping. Parquet board structurally more complicated and consists of four layers (from bottom to top):

• pine seamless veneer;
• spruce or pine slats;
• a layer of valuable wood species;
• a layer of varnish, oil or wax.

Both types of flooring have a high-quality wood on top. Both consist of fragments - rectangular or square, which are connected with locks or through a thorn-groove. But the engineered board must be covered after installation. protective coating- varnish, oil or wax. And it is ready for use - it is coated with varnish / oil / wax at the factory. Comfortable. But only after the joints remain unprotected and you need to be careful with water.

How do you choose a flooring that looks like wood but is less of a hassle? Consider hardwood and engineered planks

The advantages of these materials are as follows. It looks like parquet, at a significantly lower price, the complexity of laying is several times less, and the installation speed is several times higher. What else is good - less problems with operation - less often creaks and dries up. Well, the disadvantage is, after all, not a completely natural coating. There is glue in the design. Where to a greater extent, where to a lesser extent. How critical it is for you - decide for yourself.

Parquet

Parquet in pure form- a set of boards from which the cover is assembled. And these boards are not always the same shape or size. Complex circuits are assembled from different pieces. The more there are, the more varied and fanciful the drawing can be.

But in standard apartments or ordinary residential buildings and cottages, artistic parquet cannot be inscribed in any way. It is appropriate for large, spacious rooms. And 20 squares is not a space on which something like this will look. In most residential interiors, parquet is laid with an ordinary flooring - a deck, there is also a herringbone or squares. And then, they no longer fit into all interiors. Modern style it is very laconic and even not too complex patterns can no longer be entered into it. Is that in classic interior, yes with appropriate furniture.

Not the most difficult drawing, but in an ordinary apartment- explicit brute force

The parquet is glued to a perfectly flat base. It must be carefully prepared. Each board sits on glue, but can also be additionally fixed with nails. Since the fragments are small, it takes a lot of time to lay the parquet. But the completion of the calculation is not all. There is still grinding to be done - four to five passes with sandpaper different grain sizes (from 600 to 1200). And then the application of a protective layer - first a primer (two coats), and then varnishing (three coats) or oil impregnation (two coats are enough). When varnishing, intermediate sanding may still be required a couple of times. So in terms of time, laying 20 square meters can take a couple of months. Is it possible to lay the parquet with your own hands? Quite. If the hands are out the right place and a lot of patience.

So, the advantages of parquet as a floor covering: beauty, naturalness. You can't argue with beauty, although, in most cases, they lay the board with ordinary deck flooring. Outwardly, it does not differ from the same engineering and parquet boards, but in terms of the price and complexity of laying it is very different. Although, it's beautiful. There is no doubt about it. But a cheaper engineering board in the same deck flooring looks no worse, but costs less.

It is also worth reflecting on naturalness. The wood is natural - this is not disputed, but the coating itself is unlikely. The wood is glued. Best glue for parquet now - polymer - unnatural. Parquet is covered with unnatural varnish. Then the point is in the naturalness of the wood itself. It is highly doubtful. Prestigious - yes. Without a doubt. If the status of the coating is important to you, you definitely need parquet. In this he has no equal.

Soft types of flooring: carpet, carpet tiles

Carpet was at its peak of popularity twenty years ago. It is not stacked very often today. If they put it, then in bedrooms or children's rooms - here it is really very good. How appropriate the carpet will be in the living room depends on what you want to get. Low pile is easier to clean and easier to care for. The long one looks cozy and chambery, but difficult to clean. In general, both carpet and carpet tiles are a very good type of coverage if you are not allergic to dust. Warm, cozy, hides sounds. For the bedroom and nursery, this is perhaps the best floor covering.

Short-pile carpet is the perfect budget carpet for the bedroom

It can be very simple: in small rooms it is simply rolled out and pressed with baseboards. On a larger area, double-sided tape is used, glued in strips to the floor every meter. If there are more than 20 squares, it is necessary to stick to a special glue or to fixation (a special type of glue that creates a sticky layer on the floor like an adhesive tape).

If we talk about carpet tiles, then they are even more convenient to install. You don't have to take out all the furniture. The substrate must be dry and level. Glue-fixation is applied to it, after it dries, the tiles are laid out. As simple as that.

In terms of price, the situation is similar to that which exists when comparing linoleum and vinyl tiles... If you look at the price per square meter, carpet tiles are more expensive. But there is less waste when stacking, easier and cheaper delivery. So, in the end, no more money will be spent. And another plus of carpet tiles - you can always fold it in a different way, it is easy to replace a damaged piece by simply removing the old one and installing a new one in its place. So if you choose, carpet tiles are more practical.

So, the advantages of carpet and carpet tiles are low price, ease of installation, "quiet" coating. Disadvantages - difficulty in cleaning, not suitable for allergy sufferers. In general, these are inexpensive and easy-to-install types of flooring.

Cork flooring

Another type of flooring that is called natural is cork. It is actually a pressed cork that comes in tiles or rolls. There are two types of cork flooring. The first is called "glue" - it is glued to a flat and dry base and filled with several layers of varnish. It turns out something similar to parquet, but with a different texture.

The second type of cork flooring can be compared to laminate flooring. The same base - HDF, on which a layer of cork is glued, and on top of it a protective polymer film is applied. Both the styling and the problems are the same as those of the laminate. The installation is simple, in operation you need to be careful with liquids. For safety reasons, some of the lock plug are poured with more varnish, so that it is guaranteed that there are no problems with pouring.

On the plus side, cork is the warmest coating. It is comfortable to walk on it, even if it is varnished, the porous material absorbs sounds. So for quiet rooms - the bedroom and the nursery - a good floor covering. But, since cork is a soft material, furniture must be selected on wide legs so that it does not squeeze through. The second point: it should not be placed on a heated floor. Very low thermal conductivity, heating will be extremely ineffective. The floor will be warm, but the costs will be high. Other types of flooring work better with underfloor heating. There is a special laminate, even carpet or carpet tiles. But the cork is perhaps the most ineffective option.

Disadvantages of cork cover - high price, high abrasion. The glue plug is more expensive (thicker), the locking plug is cheaper. But, in comparison with other materials, the price is still high.

For a comfortable life in an apartment you cannot do without renovation works related to flooring. Options for what exactly can be laid on the floor in different rooms at the moment it is enough, therefore it is important to know the basic rules and patterns of choice.

In order to lay a suitable floor on your own, you need to have sufficient knowledge and skills that will allow you to do the job efficiently and for many years.

Design features

Since every living space in an apartment involves a certain occupation, everything must be subordinated to this. That is why wallpaper is glued in the bedroom and in the nursery, tiles are laid in the kitchen and in the bathroom, and decorative bricks can be used in the corridor. But the floors are especially important, it is on them that a person is all the time he is at home. Thanks to a good and high-quality coating, it is possible to achieve maximum comfort in the room and ease of use by households.

It is important not only the coating itself, which is located under the feet, but also the structure itself, which is hidden under it.

In apartments, the floors are mounted on interfloor slabs and have two main layers:

1. intermediate;
2. the floor covering itself.

In some houses, the intermediate layer is not laid and the covering is placed directly on the slab. It can be PVC, linoleum, laminate, carpet or parquet. Due to this design, sound and thermal insulation is very weak. The evenness of the floors also suffers, because there is no leveling layer. Modern buildings have a completely different flooring system, it is reinforced concrete and metal structure with a complex device. They are initially provided with a layer of thermal insulation and there is an additional soundproofing layer.

If the house is built in the form of monolithic frame elements, then the floors are made of expanded clay concrete. This material has good insulating qualities. If the coating has a weak insulating property, then it is advisable to install an additional insulating layer for it. By creating a ceiling from beams, it can serve as a heat and moisture insulating material mineral wool, which is placed between the beams, where, if necessary, you can add a layer of waterproofing.

When the beams are ready, an intermediate layer can be mounted on them, for which they use logs, a sub-floor, layers of insulation and waterproofing and screeds on which the floor covering is laid. Wooden beams can also be covered with wood, which will eventually create a solid floor covering.

For some rooms, it is possible not to make overlaps at all, these include basements, cellars, in which the floor is a screed that is as close to the ground as possible. V strip foundation sheet substrates can help make the floor warmer and more suitable for extended stays. For such rooms, ventilation takes on a special role, because they do not provide windows and in the absence of air outlet it will be impossible to be in such conditions. The size of the ventilation shaft will depend on the size of the room... If the basement is small, then the removed pipe will be enough, if it is large, you need to plan a more complex system.

If the quality of the floors is not satisfactory, you need to dismantle the old coating and install the DSP, on which you can form a new floor.

To delimit rooms, you can use sills. They are especially important in the bathroom., because they will help protect other rooms from moisture accumulated after bathing and washing. When the base under the floor is done, the underlay is laid, especially if laminate has been chosen as the flooring... If there is a need to insulate the floor, then you need to prepare a cake and pour it over the place where the warm floor is provided for in the future.

There are a wide variety of flooring options and the installation work differs dramatically. Some surfaces can be put on the finished floor, and for some you need to make a screed and raise the level up to 10 cm in order to achieve the desired result.

Sound and noise insulation

In order to insulate the floor and reduce the noise level, there are a variety of materials that can be used during renovation work.

These include:

• Foamed polyethylene... This material is laid in the form of an interlayer that fits under the base floor covering and helps to muffle noise and partially affect the warmth of the floor. The mere presence of such a layer for finishing the floor will not be enough; it is important to equip it with additional elements.
• Erection of a structure from wooden beams ... If the room has high ceilings, then you can raise the floor level with the help of beams that are installed on expanded polyethylene foam. Mineral wool or foam is placed between the beams, but expanded clay can also be poured. When ready, sheets of plywood or OSB cover the floor. It is on such a coating that any base can be laid.

• Dry screed option... In this case, a polyethylene film is placed on the coating, on which beacons are placed, along which the height of the heat-insulating material is then adjusted. Only then can you lay gypsum fiber sheet, which can be easily applied to any coating.
• One of the simple but reliable coating options with which good insulation is achieved is ecowool... Quiet running on such a floor is ensured due to the complex composition of the coating and its characteristics.
• A simple but effective option for insulation is polystyrene... It is laid directly on the concrete floor. Based on the height of the ceilings, you can raise the floor to a certain level by laying the above material in several layers. Solid floor options can be laid on such a covering.

In a new building, you can get any type of coverage, and it is on this basis to plan subsequent work. A variety of materials will be used for each room; a waterproof floor must be installed for the bathroom, toilet and kitchen, since the presence of moisture on the surface will be constant. Vapor barrier floors can also help deal with condensation that often accumulates in damp rooms.

If repairs are made in the kitchen, the first criterion when choosing a floor will be its non-combustible properties and polyurethane substrates... The combination of these components will allow you to achieve better result. Screed floor can be used in any room, the main thing is to choose the right type of content to help enhance sound insulation and create an additional layer of thermal insulation, making the floor in the room warm and pleasant in any weather.

Types of coatings

For a comfortable stay in any room, it is important to choose the right floor covering. If repairs are made at home on their own, then it is important to lay new floors well and with high quality.

There are many options for such coatings now, the main ones are:

• board;
• parquet or a more modern variation - laminate;
• linoleum, or as an option - PVC plates;
• ceramic floor tiles or the use of porcelain stoneware.

Choosing a board to overlap, it is important to select only tongue-and-groove materials. These are planed boards that have the shape of a parallelepiped. One edge has a ridge, which is located along the entire length of the product. It is done with a cutter, which helps to make the shape even, which is convenient in work. The other side of the same board element has a groove that fits into the ridge and snaps it into place.

Such boards can have a thickness of 25 mm to 45 mm. Hollow floors should be covered with thicker boards, while cast floors can be covered with thinner ones. The level of thickness allows you to regulate the strength of the coating and the level of its vibrations. Thin boards are stacked at a minimum distance from each other and the logs should not be located more than sixty centimeters from each other.

When installing such a floor, it is important not to reach the wall itself, leaving about one centimeter to change the size of the board under the influence of temperatures.

When choosing materials, it is important to pay attention to the material itself. The floorboards must be well dried. After the entire coating has been installed, the boards can be painted, polished or varnished. The indentations from the walls, which make it possible for the covering to expand, are closed with a plinth. When choosing the material from which it is best to make a floor for a living room, you should not give preference to alder or linden, they are not suitable for this function.

Larch floor has similar characteristics, but its distinctive feature is the ability to absorb moisture in the room itself. Thanks to this property, a person can feel great at any time of the year. Moisture does not spoil the coating and it lasts a long time, making it a pleasure to use.

Parquet and laminate flooring are very similar to wood flooring... Parquet has pairs, which are located on each side of the board, which has a small size. The small size makes it possible to use valuable wood species and to produce a high percentage of products without any defects. For parquet floors, a sub-floor will be required, to which you need to attach every fifth board with a self-tapping screw, which is screwed diagonally so that it is not visible.

Laying parquet boards can be done in several ways. The most popular are the herringbone and Chess board... On large areas, different styling options can be combined to create unique patterns. This type of flooring is one of the most expensive.

With all the positive aspects of this material there is a very important flaw in it. When moisture gets in, it deteriorates, and if there is a lot of it, then it rises and put it back is an extremely difficult task. That is why it was invented alternative to parquet board in the form of a laminate... It is very similar to parquet, but it is not made of wood, but a four-layer material. It is based on a wood-fiber layer, which is thoroughly impregnated with resin, and on the back side there is an additional mounting layer, which helps to make the coating more rigid.

The top layer is paper, on which a certain pattern is applied. The most common option is wood imitation. Another layer of melamine or acrylic resins is applied on top of it, which provides resistance to abrasion and moisture. The installation of the laminate is almost exactly the same as the system of parquet boards, which allows you to quickly and easily put a new coating.

Linoleum is a radically different floor covering.... It is very popular and finds its use in almost any room. It consists of a layer of fabric and its coating, which has wear-resistant characteristics. For the fabric layer, both real fabric and non-woven options like felt are now used, which at the same time also insulate the floor. A variety of materials are applied on top. It can be PVC with various options and compositions.

The design of linoleum can be very diverse - from various patterns and shapes to a huge palette of colors. In addition, there is still a wide variety of this coating in terms of strength and wear resistance.

Another option for flooring is PVC tiles. which is composite material having multiple layers. The base is made of stone, which is very crushed, and the top layer is vinyl with high strength characteristics. They lay it on bitumen mastic or glue, which simplifies the process, and the damaged elements can be easily dismantled and new ones put in, which makes it possible to talk about the versatility of the coating.

The low cost makes it possible to periodically replace the floor covering, changing colors or patterns and renewing the space. The high degree of wear resistance makes it irreplaceable, and good adhesion to the surface makes it possible to use it in a wide variety of premises.

For more information on PVC tiles, see the following video.

The oldest material used for installation of floors, ceramic tiles are considered... The modern variety of shapes, textures and colors allows it to fit into any interior. Its main characteristics are strength and resistance to any external factors. Of the shortcomings, one can single out only fragility when hitting heavy objects and slippery floors if water gets on them.

Modern tiles are installed using assembly glue, which speeds up the process. During installation, a seam is left between each tile, designed to change the shape of the product when different temperatures. All seams are covered with a special tool..

A similar material is porcelain stoneware., which is obtained by baking ceramics at high temperatures and pressures. The resulting floor covering has unique characteristics strength. Outwardly, it looks like a product made of natural stone, but much lighter in weight. The stone floor looks very impressive and expensive. The hygienic properties of this coating allow it to be successfully used in the bathroom and kitchen.

These are some of the most common floor coverings you can use in your apartment and lay them on yourself.

Design

In order to create a cozy atmosphere in the apartment, attention is paid not only to the walls and furniture, but also to the flooring. It is important to correctly choose both the material itself from which it is made and the color scheme so that it is in harmony with the entire environment. Walls often create the main accent in the room, and therefore the color selection of the floor will often come from them.

The material for living rooms, such as a bedroom, a nursery, a living room, is selected as natural as possible so that there are no harmful fumes or other negative effects on the body. For the hallway, bath, kitchen and hallway, you can use a floor made of practical materials that will withstand moisture, shoes with heels and other factors.

The variety of coatings also gives rise to new trends in interior design, in particular floor coverings. New materials make it possible to use them in any room, while receiving the priorities necessary for a given space. The classic version of the design of the flooring assumes a monochromatic color palette, close to natural shades and textures. Modern trends dictate a riot of colors, a variety of textures and patterns that can be fitted into any interior.

Classic floors are often made of wood, and to create them, you need to order parquet from solid real wood. The parquet itself can be piece, art or panel board. For the same task, you can use massive boards made of oak or exotic species: acacia, walnut, elm and others. Oak boards are often artificially aged.

You can also use a parquet board, but you need to choose a pattern that will fill the space with the era of classicism.

Modern interior design also requires modern coatings. The use of laminate, parquet boards, solid wood, carpet, carpet tiles - everything is suitable to make the interior modern. The only exception will be the bathroom, it is better to use vinyl coverings for it..

The most versatile is the laminate because it can be used throughout the apartment.

An original solution would be to use tiles in the kitchen or bathroom.... For the shower room, the use of marbled finish will create an atmosphere of luxury and wealth. The marble floor will fit well into the design of the corridor, where the covering must be durable, but at the same time beautiful, in order to present the room to everyone entering.

For the kitchen, brown will be a suitable tile color, but this also depends on the interior of the room itself.

If it is made antique, then dark colors will complement and continue the chosen direction, and for modern motives it is better to choose a metallic shade of tiles, which will visually expand the space and make it lighter.

Modern materials come in a wide variety of forms, from small to fairly large. They can have unusual and very interesting textures and patterns, in addition, they can have unique and unusual color solutions that will help make the interior of any room unique.

When planning to buy a new floor covering, it is important not to make the wrong choice. To do this, you must follow certain rules and selection criteria. The most important thing will be the selection of the floor for a specific functional area.

Throughout the apartment, you can distinguish:

• an area for guests and good rest (living room, bedroom, nursery);
• area with high humidity (kitchen and bathroom);
• non-residential area (corridor, hallway).

Depending on each zone, you need to choose a floor covering. In addition, when choosing a gender, it is important to take into account the rhythm of life in which the family lives. Fans of home feasts and mini discos will need a durable covering, and home and quiet households will like carpet.

Having children also plays a role, in this case all floors should be as safe as possible: environmentally friendly, not slippery, not hard.

Pets also influence the choice of floor covering. If there are a lot of them, then it is best to choose something reliable, resistant to scratches, moisture and any other external influences.

Based on the family budget, you can divide the range of materials into two parts - affordable, which will not burden the family, and expensive, the purchase of which will incur unpleasant material consequences. Cheap floor repairs are difficult to do, but with the will and patience it is possible.

For the first floor, the choice of flooring will not be so wide, because close proximity to the ground or basement will increase the moisture level, which can negatively affect some surfaces. In those houses where floor slabs thin or already dilapidated, in no case should you make heavy floors. Better to replace them with something durable, but as lightweight as possible.

Do right choice not difficult if you approach the process with knowledge and not rush. It is important to find the optimal solution that will allow you to get the desired result without requiring a large number financial resources.

Beautiful examples

By creating your unique design apartment, it is important to take care of the quality, comfort and beauty of the flooring. Modern materials can make it possible to create not just fashionable options interior, but also to lay a covering that will serve for many years and delight its owners.

The use of parquet has always been popular... This material has a pleasant color, and if you wish, you can create a beautiful room design using a drawing. It is recommended to use it in the living room, in the hall, you can put it in the bedroom, but it is better to add a carpet to it for coziness and comfort.

For the hallway, the best option would be to use a laminate., which can be combined in color and create an interesting pattern. This coverage it is not afraid of moisture, because it can be washed often, and good protection against damage will allow you to walk on the floor in shoes on any heel.

In the bedroom, wood floors are most suitable. which are environmentally pure material, they are warm enough and will not cause discomfort when walking in the cold season. The color of the tree can be matched to the interior of the room, as well as decorated to a certain tone, if necessary.

The best option for flooring in a children's room is carpet.... It protects the baby from bruises in the event of a fall, prevents fragile objects from breaking, does not collect dust and is easy to clean. You can lie on it at any time of the year without fear of catching a cold.

Instructions

Choose your floor based on the target factor, i.e. the purpose of the room. Agree that for the kitchen and bedroom, you most likely will not buy the same material. You can opt for a universal coating that can meet the characteristics of all premises.

Consider statistics when choosing a floor covering. A common practice is that parquet or laminate is most often chosen for living rooms, linoleum for the hallway, and porcelain stoneware or tiles for the kitchen and bathroom. But the choice is far from limited to these materials. And standard coatings differ within each type in quality positions.

Choose parquet for living rooms: living room, nursery, bedroom, study. But laying it on the kitchen tap is not recommended because of the wood's dislike of moisture. Parquet is one of the most elite, expensive and durable floor coverings. It is environmentally friendly, has increased strength and good thermal insulation properties. The service life is over 50 years. Parquet boards are made from expensive types of wood - oak, ash, beech. When deciding to give preference to parquet, keep in mind that this coating needs special care and is afraid of moisture. It also requires a perfect subfloor. Parquet cost varies from 15 to 150 dollars per sq.m.

Think carefully before deciding on a cork. This material is less popular than parquet. It is unique in design and is not suitable for all premises. Its most valuable quality is high heat and sound insulation. Therefore, it is best to lay it in the living room and bedroom. Available in rectangular or square slabs. This coating will last you 5 to 20 years. It should be borne in mind that the cork has low resistance to mechanical damage. Therefore, if a neat appearance of the floor is important to you, do not lay this expensive material in the nursery. After all, its price ranges from 20 to 70 dollars per sq.m.

If you plan to do quality repair in the middle price range, choose laminate flooring. In recent decades, it has become a hit in the construction market. The low price (it ranges from 4 to 60 dollars per sq.m.), good performance, ease of installation and the most diverse design made it truly popular. The composition of the laminate is reminiscent of a multi-layer cake, pressed at high temperatures. High-class material is resistant to moisture and mechanical stress, any kind can withstand UV rays. The low class will serve you for about 5 years, the high class - 20 years or more. Thanks to a special substrate on which the coating is laid, it has excellent shock-absorbing, heat-insulating and sound-insulating properties. Perfect for any living room in an apartment.

When choosing a floor covering for the hallway, kitchen and bathroom, first of all consider the wear-resistant, moisture-resistant qualities, ease of care and immunity to stains and dirt. The best are linoleum for the hallway and porcelain stoneware for the kitchen and bathroom. Recently, the self-leveling floor, which was previously used in industrial premises and in enterprises. But new aesthetic qualities have made it an excellent floor covering for living spaces as well.